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Leading Cook

£13.5 - £15.8 per hourEstimated

Leading Cook

Full-time (40h a week)- Mon-Fri (various shifts)  

Reports To:  Sous Chef  

The Leading Cook is responsible for preparing and cooking dishes in their section, adhering to hygiene and quality standards. He works as part of a team to ensure smooth service. He collaborate with the Sous Chef and the Head Chef to guarantee a menu that meets guests' expectations.

Essential Functions:  

Culinary production

- Prepare dishes according to technical specifications and/or recipes

- Ensure proper cooking temperatures

- Ensure the quality of plating and presentation of dishes according to internal and client standards

- Srictly adhere to internal and client food safety guidelines

- Respect hygiene and safety procedures to maintain a clean and healthy work environment

- Apply cleaning and disinfection procedures

Stock Management

- Receive, check, and store goods in designated storage areas

- Anticipate orders: report needs to the Manager

- Minimize food loss and waste

- Participate in inventory counts

- Maintain the proper organization and upkeep of the premises (kitchen, storeroom), equipment, and workstation

REQUIREMENTS

- Knowledge of culinary techniques and cooking methods

- Knowledge of food safety standards

- Rigor, autonomy, and organization

- Adaptability

- Customer focus client

- Ability to work in a team

Vacancy posted 5 days ago
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